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Buttercup Squash (Burgess Strain)

Squash

Cucurbita maxima 'Buttercup'

Overview
A beloved winter squash variety that produces dark green, turban-shaped fruits with a distinctive button on the blossom end and sweet orange flesh that's incredibly versatile in the kitchen. This reliable producer stores exceptionally well through winter and offers one of the best flavor profiles of any winter squash - sweet, nutty, and creamy when cooked. Perfect for gardeners wanting a premium winter squash that excels in both storage and culinary applications.
Planting
Direct sow when soil temperature reaches 65°F. Can start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 72" apart. Germination: 8-12.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash bug, cucumber beetle, squash vine borer. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt.